Intelligent CISO Issue 76 | Page 9

Tesserent Academy becomes first OffSec live training partner in Australia and New Zealand
WithSecure makes fight against cybercrime visible by capturing malware in art

CISO news

Tesserent Academy becomes first OffSec live training partner in Australia and New Zealand

esserent Academy , part of Tesserent cyber solutions by Thales , has partnered with OffSec to become the first

T authorised partner to provide PEN-200 : Penetration Testing with Kali Linux ( OSCP Certification ) in Australia and New Zealand .

More than 100 students are expected to participate in the new offering of PEN-200 live training bootcamps across Sydney , Melbourne , Canberra and Wellington – with a further 200 expected to take on the self-paced learning package over the coming year .
Kurt Hansen , CEO , Tesserent , said : “ We are working to help address skills shortages and meet high industry demand for penetration testers in Australia and New Zealand . This training will help organisations gain access to highly skilled talent to strengthen their security defences .”
Andrew Shea , Managing Partner , Tesserent Academy , said the course is specific to offensive security roles and it is the best of breed .
“ We recommend at least a few years working in or adjacent cybersecurity roles before attempting this course ,” he said .
The intensive live training bootcamps are pitched as offering ‘ unparalleled support and guidance .’
By providing direct access to expert instructors and a collaborative learning environment , participants are said to be better equipped to tackle the challenging OffSec certification exams .
“ This support is crucial in helping participants master complex concepts , develop critical thinking skills , and build the confidence needed to succeed in the cybersecurity field ,” said Shea .

WithSecure makes fight against cybercrime visible by capturing malware in art

W ithSecure is transforming the abstract world of cybersecurity into an accessible and engaging experience with the launch of its Museum of Malware Art .

This initiative aims to bridge the gap between complex technical issues and the general public through educational art installations . The museum is set to open in November 2024 at WithSecure ’ s new headquarters in Wood City , Helsinki .
The museum ’ s debut installation , Threatscape , is an interactive piece based on real-world threat data from WithSecure Intelligence . Utilising advanced AI technology , Threatscape allows visitors to engage with visual representations of cyberthreats , catch malware and gain insights into how these threats operate .
Cybersecurity often feels abstract and distant from daily life . WithSecure ’ s Museum of Malware Art seeks to change this by showcasing art pieces inspired by real-world cyberthreats , turning technical data into thought-provoking exhibits . Curated by industry veteran and WithSecure Chief Research Officer Mikko Hyppönen , along with a team of cybersecurity researchers , threat intelligence experts and creatives , the museum features prominent malware transformed into art .
“ Cybersecurity is a collective responsibility . Our goal is to demystify it and make it relatable to everyone ,” said Mikko Hyppönen . “ By turning cyberthreats into art , we hope to foster a deeper understanding and awareness . We believe that making cybersecurity visible and understandable can inspire action and collaboration in the fight against cybercrime .”
WWW . INTELLIGENTCISO . COM 9